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as in quiet
free from storms or physical disturbance
after a stormy night of high winds and driving rains, the day dawned on a calm sea
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as in serene
free from emotional or mental agitation
bystanders tried to help the injured person remain calm while they waited for the ambulance to arrive
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as in peaceful
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the room became much calmer once the rowdy tour group had left
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
vacationing city dwellers who are tired of the hustle and bustle enjoy the calm of the secluded mountain village
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as in peace
freedom from disquieting or oppressive thoughts or emotions
the batter always exudes an aura of calm, even in clutch situations
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as in to soothe
to free from distress or disturbance
the president's reassuring words did much to calm the public during the national emergency
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Recent Examples of calm
Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
Joly argues that Canada’s calmer climate right now is just what talent, as well as investors, are craving.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Nestled near the junction of the 405, 5 and 22 freeways is a sweet little oasis of calm and beauty called the Bowers Museum.
—Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Resurfacing Retinol Serum brings backup support with niacinamide to calm, brighten, and even skin tone.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Renders of the space show a curved metal ceiling produced using robotic technology and screen-printed with concentric ripples evoking a drop of water on a calm lake.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2025
Joly argues that Canada’s calmer climate right now is just what talent, as well as investors, are craving.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
Instead, there was a strange calm around a hardly-capacity Levi’s Stadium on Sunday.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Nestled near the junction of the 405, 5 and 22 freeways is a sweet little oasis of calm and beauty called the Bowers Museum.
—Penny E Schwartz, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Verb
The just-turned-30 Mahomes has calmed his feet in the pocket recently and has been increasingly trusting of his offensive line.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
Resurfacing Retinol Serum brings backup support with niacinamide to calm, brighten, and even skin tone.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calm
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Britani, who has been all too quiet this whole time, sees an opening to make it about her, and thank god for that.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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Tom Willander Willander had a quiet showing at prospect camp and training camp, then debuted with two sensational preseason performances against the Seattle Kraken and the Calgary Flames.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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The 47-suite interior has a serene, minimalist ambiance inspired by traditional ryokan architecture, with clean lines, floor-to-ceiling windows, and large balconies in each stateroom.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
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In videos shared to the meteor society and to local TV outlets, the satellite’s breakup appeared dramatic but serene, moving slowly across the sky and trailing glowing fragments for several seconds.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Following the release, Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence and disarmament would receive amnesty, with safe passage offered to those wishing to leave Gaza for countries that have agreed to receive them.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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After Russia launched its full-scale invasion of its peaceful neighbor in 2022, zoo workers and local volunteers rushed to save thousands of animals at imminent risk of annihilation from missile attacks and shelling.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
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The agency characterized the Chinese movements as an intrusion and accused China of undermining regional peace and stability.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Trump’s peace plan has backed Hamas into a corner, leaving the militant group to face an existential dilemma.—
Oren Liebermann,
CNN Money,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Choose an exfoliant that has an AHA, such as lactic acid, or other hydrating properties to soothe your skin while exfoliating.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
26 Sep. 2025
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Packed with 49% green tomato extract, glycerin, a six-clay complex (which includes kaolin and bentonite), and cica, this cleanser-mask hybrid clears pores and sweeps away blackheads while also soothing the skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The federal government is hurtling toward a possible shutdown at a delicate moment for the nation's economy, as a hiring slowdown stokes recession fears and inflation proves difficult to fully contain.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
30 Sep. 2025
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This story contains mention of domestic violence.—
Noe Padilla,
IndyStar,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The tranquil, upscale neighborhood of Pacific Palisades was devastated by the wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles County in January, destroying thousands of structures—including the home of celebrities such as Jeff Bridges, Paris Hilton, and Billy Crystal.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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Out-of-towners were enjoying the warm weather and music on an outdoor deck at the American Fish Company in Southport, a small and tranquil city near the mouth of the Cape Fear River, when gunshots rang out.—
Zoe Sottile,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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Only on particularly bumpy tarmac did the GTS-spec suspension become too jarring with the adaptive dampers stiffened up in sport mode, but switching them to normal offered the best of both worlds—excellent, composed body control and tuning that ironed out imperfections remarkably well.—
Peter Nelson,
Robb Report,
1 Oct. 2025
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The vocabulary being used by Qatar’s prime minister is strong, evocative and damning, a departure from his usual composed response to the incessant twists and turns of trying to end the 23-month war in Gaza.—
Paula Hancocks,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Calm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calm. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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